Director: Corporate Communication Services

Office Of The Premier; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 1,317,000 - 1,552,000; Full time

Job summary

Office Of The Premier in Johannesburg seeks a Director of Corporate Communication Services to lead integrated communications, including strategy, media, and digital channels. The role requires 5+ years in senior management, strong leadership, and a track record in managing complex campaigns across multiple platforms.

You will oversee print/digital publications, photography, videography and internal communications, ensuring alignment with provincial priorities and service delivery objectives.

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading integrated communication across digital, visual and multimedia channels.
• Experience managing multidisciplinary teams and delivering high-impact campaigns.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and implementation of integrated communication strategies and programmes.
• Direct media buying, advertising and audience engagement across platforms.
• Oversee governance, performance and UX of the Gauteng Provincial Government website, CMS and SEO.
• Manage production of high-quality print and digital publications with editorial and branding standards.
• Provide strategic leadership for photography, videography and multimedia services for executive and public awareness initiatives.
• Drive internal comms to strengthen employee engagement and culture.
• Develop and implement communication policies, governance frameworks and SOPs to improve efficiency and consistency.
• Foster partnerships with internal/external stakeholders and manage resources in line with PFMA and regulations.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Advanced communication

Writing

Editing

Content development

Project management

Financial management

People management

Media management

Digital communication

Stakeholder engagement

Negotiation

Partnership building

Analytical skills

Research

Problem solving

Decision making

Content governance

Education

NQF Level 7 qualification in Communication, Public Relations, Marketing, Media Studies, Digital Communication, Visual Communication, Fine Arts or related field

NQF Level 8 qualification in the related fields (advantage)

Job description

Director: Corporate Communication Services

• Reference Number : REFS/056328
• Number of Posts : 1
• Package : R1 317 384.00- R1 551 807.00 (All-inclusive remuneration package)
• Enquiries : Ms Khanyisile Mafiri, Tel: [phone]

Requirements :

• An NQF Level 7 qualification in Communication, Public Relations, Marketing, Media Studies, Digital Communication, Visual Communication, Fine Arts or a related field. An NQF Level 8 qualification in the related fields will be an added advantage. 5 years of experience at a middle/senior managerial level, with proven managerial capability. Proven experience in leading integrated communication, digital, visual and multimedia communication services, including video, photography, graphic design and website/content management; managing multidisciplinary teams; and delivering high-impact campaigns in a complex environment.KEY COMPETENCIES: The successful candidate must demonstrate strategic leadership; advanced communication, writing, editing, content development and technical capabilities; strong project, financial, performance and people management skills; and sound knowledge of integrated communication, media, marketing, digital communication and audience engagement practices. Knowledge of website governance, content management systems and SEO principles is essential. The candidate must also demonstrate excellent stakeholder management, negotiation and partnership-building skills; strong analytical, research, problem-solving and decision-making abilities; and the ability to communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders and segmented target audiences. Innovation, creativity, professionalism, integrity, service excellence and a results-driven approach are essential.

Duties :

• Lead the development and implementation of integrated communication strategies, campaigns and programmes that support provincial priorities and service delivery objectives. Direct media buying, advertising and audience engagement initiatives to maximise communication reach, visibility and impact across multiple platforms. Oversee the governance, performance and continuous improvement of the Gauteng Provincial Government website, including content management, user experience, SEO, accessibility and development of sub-sites. Manage the production and distribution of high-quality print and digital publications, ensuring compliance with editorial, language, publishing and corporate identity standards. Provide strategic leadership for professional photography, videography and multimedia services that support the Executive Council, marketing, communication and public awareness initiatives. Drive internal communication strategies and programmes that strengthen employee engagement, organisational culture and awareness of government priorities. Develop and implement communication policies, governance frameworks, systems and standard operating procedures to improve efficiency, effectiveness, quality and consistency. Foster strategic partnerships with internal and external stakeholders, including executive leadership, communicators, media partners, agencies and service providers. Manage the Directorate's financial, human and operational resources in accordance with the PFMA, Public Service Regulations and other applicable frameworks.

Notes :

The Gauteng Office of the Premier is committed to the principles of Employment Equity and fair representation.

In line with the Department's Employment Equity Plan, preference will be given to suitably qualified candidates from designated groups.

Particular consideration will be given to African females, Coloured males, Indian males, Indian females, White males, White females, and persons with disabilities, in order to promote equitable representation within the Department.

By applying, applicants consent to the processing of their personal information in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA).

If you have not been contacted within three (3) months of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.

The Gauteng Office of the Premier reserves the right not to fill, withdraw or cancel the advertised post at any stage of the recruitment process.

The successful candidate will be required to sign a Performance Agreement within three (3) months of assuming duty, disclose their financial interests in accordance with applicable regulations. Undergo personnel suitability checks, including criminal record, citizenship, credit, qualification and employment verification.

Applicants can view the full details of the advert on the Public Service Vacancy Circular (www,dpsa.go.za) Circular 32 of 2026 or on the GPG Professional Job Centre (Gauteng.gov.za).

Employer : Office Of The Premier

Location : Johannesburg

Closing Date : 22-09-2026

Criteria Questions

Do you have an NQF Level 7 qualification in Communication, Public Relations, Marketing, Media Studies, Digital Communication, Visual Communication, Fine Arts or a related field?

Do you have 5 years of experience at a middle and/or senior management level, with proven managerial capability?

Do you have knowledge of website governance, content management systems and SEO principles is essential.?

Please Notes :

• Due to the large number of applications we envisage receiving, applications will not be acknowledged. If youdo not receive any response within 3 months, please accept that your application was not successful.